If the employer requests and your answer is untruthful, you could potentially be terminated for not being truthful on your application. Further, if the employer does a background check and it shows the conviction, you are not likely to get the job for not being honest on your application. They... View More

If you have enough grounds to bring a cause of action against the employer for the termination, then part of your court case could include asking for records, deposing witnesses, etc. for more information as to the termination.

If you were an at-will employee and it is just curiousity, then... View More

You have a number of options. Accounting errors due happen and are generally resolved by the employee bringing such to the employer's attention.

However, if an employer is not paying for wages earned, you can make a complaint for such through the Nebraska Department of Labor:... View More

It depends. If you have an employment contract, you would need to review the terms of the agreement. Otherwise, Nebraska is generally an at-will employment state. You can generally be terminated for any or no reason, so long as not discriminatory. However, under the rights facts, there can be... View More

Potentially yes, but they open the company to possible liability for libel, slander, employment law issues, etc. I can't think of a good reason it would benefit a company to do so that wouldn't be outweighed by the potential liability that could come with it.

It depends on the specific terms of your contract or bonus. You would need to consult with an attorney directly and review the specific terms and documents in your situation.

It would depend on the specific terms of how you qualifying for bonuses.

You need to have a Class M (motorcycle license) in order to operate a motorcycle on public roadways. If you drive without a valid license, you can be charged for it.

You should first discuss the situation with the individual that told you that you would receive compensation at the higher rate. If they don't agree to retroactive payments, then you should contact a Nebraska employment attorney. While the email you mentioned is not a contract, you may want... View More

You would need to sit down with an attorney and go through the specifics of your situation and the specific documents to see whether a specific non-compete clause is likely going to be enforced against you or not. Your question requires too specific an answer than can be given on a general... View More

Hi, I don't see anything inherently wrong with this. However, the employer does have a duty to return you to the same or similar position when you return from FMLA. I would reach out to an employment law attorney in your state if you have any issues.

Have you looked at the Nebraska Equal Opportunities Commission website? There is information there to help you find if behavior was not legal and for you to file a formal complaint with the NEOC if you believe there was.

https://neoc.nebraska.gov/

In at-will employment states, employees can be fired for any reason or no reason at all, as long as the reason isn't discriminatory (i.e. based on your race, sex, age, religion, disability). While your situation seems unfair, your employer's actions are not unlawful.

The short answer is that the law has never stopped some sleazy outfit from firing a good employee. But you can sue their butts off.

I had a case like this several years ago, in California. Hypertension, high blood pressure and coronary bypass, rendered my plumbing supervisor client a... View More

The Nebraska Wage Payment and Collection Act is designed to help protect workers who are not paid for hours worked. It generally provides for the employer to be ordered to pay the attorney fees if the employee is successful. Thus, attorneys are generally more willing to take these cases in... View More

What to do in a situation you describe depends on too many factors to be able to give the type of general answers that can be posted on these type of message boards. You need to contact an employment law attorney and go through the facts of your case in detail and what is best for you to do in... View More

Did you sign a document regarding the rental when you first began renting there? Any sort of lease or rental agreement would be controlling here. Otherwise, it doesn't sound like there are any legal implications here. However, I would reach out to an employment law attorney in your state and... View More

It may be time to make a complaint to the Nebraska Department of Labor. It also may be time to start looking for a new employer.

Not sure what your specific question is. Generally contract disputes are very fact-based scenarios, so you will likely need to go through the language in your contract with an attorney experienced with employment contracts to determine your best course of action.

Companies are allowed to require workers to meet minimum performance requirements in order to meet their job duties and maintain employment. As long as these policies aren't implemented in a discriminatory manner or otherwise violate the law, they are generally allowed.